Lexus ES250 (2024 year). Manual in english

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

Driving

steering wheel

■

AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspen-
sion System) (if equipped)

By independently controlling the
damping force of the shock absorbers
for each of the 4 wheels according to
the road and driving conditions, this
system helps riding comfort with supe-
rior vehicle stability, and helps good
vehicle posture.
Also, the damping force changes
depending on the selected driving
mode. (



P.210)

■

When the TRAC/VSC systems are

operating

The slip indicator light will flash while the

TRAC/VSC systems are operating.

■

Disabling the TRAC system

If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow,
the TRAC system may reduce power from
the engine to the wheels. Pressing the

switch to turn the system off may

make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in
order to free it.
To turn the TRAC system off, quickly press

and release the

switch.

The “Traction Control Turned Off” will be
shown on the multi-information display.

Press the

switch again to turn the

system back on.

■

Turning off both TRAC and VSC sys-

tems

To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off,

press and hold the

switch for more

than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on

and the “Traction Control Turned Off” will
be shown on the multi-information display.

Press the

switch again to turn the

system back on.

: PCS (Pre-Collision System) will also be

disabled (only Pre-Collision warning is
available). The PCS warning light will
come on and a message will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
(



P.183)

■

When the message is displayed on the
multi-information display showing that
TRAC has been disabled even if the

switch has not been pressed

TRAC is temporary deactivated. If the

information continues to show, contact your

Lexus dealer.

■

Operating conditions of hill-start assist

control

When all of the following conditions are

met, the hill-start assist control will operate:

●

The shift lever is in a position other than P

or N (when starting off forward/back-

ward on an upward incline).

●

The vehicle is stopped.

●

The accelerator pedal is not depressed.

●

The parking brake is not engaged.

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

■

Automatic system cancelation of hill-

start assist control

The hill-start assist control will turn off in any

of the following situations:

●

The shift lever is shifted to P or N.

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed.

●

The parking brake is engaged.

●

2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the

brake pedal is released.

■

Sounds and vibrations caused by the

ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRAC and hill-

start assist control systems

●

A sound may be heard from the engine

compartment when the brake pedal is

depressed repeatedly, when the engine is

started or just after the vehicle begins to

move. This sound does not indicate that a

malfunction has occurred in any of these

systems.

●

Any of the following conditions may

occur when the above systems are oper-

ating. None of these indicates that a mal-

function has occurred.

• Vibrations may be felt through the vehi-

cle body and steering.

• A motor sound may be heard also after

the vehicle comes to a stop.

• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after

the ABS is activated.

• The brake pedal may move down slightly

after the ABS is activated.

■

Active Cornering Assist operation

sounds and vibrations

When the Active Cornering Assist is oper-

ated, operation sounds and vibrations may

be generated from the brake system, but

this is not a malfunction.

■

Automatic reactivation of TRAC and

VSC systems

After turning the TRAC and VSC systems

off, the systems will be automatically re-

enabled in the following situations:

●

When the engine switch is turned off

●

If only the TRAC system is turned off, the

TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed

increases

If both the TRAC and VSC systems are

turned off, automatic re-enabling will not

occur when vehicle speed increases.

■

Secondary Collision Brake operating

conditions

The system operates when the SRS airbag

sensor detects a collision while the vehicle

is in motion.
However, the system does not operate

when the components are damaged.

■

Secondary Collision Brake automatic

cancellation

The system is automatically canceled in any

of the following situations.

●

The vehicle speed drops to approxi-

mately 6 mph (10 km/h)

●

A certain amount of time elapses during

operation

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed a

large amount

■

Operating conditions of Active Corner-

ing Assist

The system operates when the following

occurs.

●

TRAC/VSC can operate

●

The driver is attempting to accelerate

while turning

●

The system detects that the vehicle is

drifting to the outer side

●

The brake pedal is released

■

Reduced effectiveness of the EPS sys-

tem

The effectiveness of the EPS system is

reduced to prevent the system from over-

heating when there is frequent steering

input over an extended period of time. The

steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.

Should this occur, refrain from excessive

steering input or stop the vehicle and turn

the engine off. The EPS system should

return to normal within 10 minutes.

■

If a message about AWD is shown on the multi-information display

Perform the following actions.

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

Driving

Message

Details/Actions

“AWD System Overheated
Switching to 2WD Mode”

AWD system is overheating.



Perform the following actions.



Reduce the vehicle speed until the message disappears.



Stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine idle.

Once the display message on the multi-information display
turns off, there is no problem continuing to drive.
If the message does not disappear, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer immediately.

“AWD System Overheated
2WD Mode Engaged”

The vehicle switched from all-wheel drive (AWD) to front
wheel drive due to overheating.



Perform the following actions.



Reduce the vehicle speed until the message disappears.



Stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine idle.

Once the display message on the multi-information display
turns off, the AWD system returns to normal.
If the message does not disappear, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer immediately.

“AWD System Malfunction
2WD Mode Engaged Visit
Your Dealer”

A malfunction occurred in the AWD system.



Have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer imme-
diately.

WARNING

■

The ABS does not operate effectively

when

●

The limits of tire gripping performance

have been exceeded (such as exces-

sively worn tires on a snow covered

road).

●

The vehicle hydroplanes while driving

at high speed on wet or slick roads.

■

Stopping distance when the ABS is

operating may exceed that of normal

conditions

The ABS is not designed to shorten the

vehicle’s stopping distance. Always

maintain a safe distance from the vehicle

in front of you, especially in the following

situations:

●

When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-

covered roads

●

When driving with tire chains

●

When driving over bumps in the road

●

When driving over roads with pot-

holes or uneven surfaces

■

TRAC/VSC may not operate effec-

tively when

Directional control and power may not

be achievable while driving on slippery

road surfaces, even if the TRAC/VSC

system is operating.

Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions

where stability and power may be lost.

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

WARNING

■

Active Cornering Assist does not

operate effectively when

●

Do not overly rely on Active Corner-

ing Assist. Active Cornering Assist

may not operate effectively when

accelerating down slopes or driving on

slippery road surfaces.

●

When Active Cornering Assist fre-

quently operates, Active Cornering

Assist may temporarily stop operating

to ensure proper operation of the

brakes, TRAC and VSC.

■

Hill-start assist control does not oper-

ate effectively when

●

Do not overly rely on hill-start assist

control. Hill-start assist control may

not operate effectively on steep

inclines and roads covered with ice.

●

Unlike the parking brake, hill-start

assist control is not intended to hold

the vehicle stationary for an extended

period of time. Do not attempt to use

hill-start assist control to hold the vehi-

cle on an incline, as doing so may lead

to an accident.

■

When the TRAC/VSC is activated

The slip indicator light flashes. Always

drive carefully. Reckless driving may

cause an accident. Exercise particular

care when the indicator light flashes.

■

When the TRAC/VSC systems are

turned off

Be especially careful and drive at a

speed appropriate to the road condi-

tions. As these are the systems to help

ensure vehicle stability and driving force,

do not turn the TRAC/VSC systems off

unless necessary.

■

Secondary Collision Brake

Do not rely solely upon the Secondary

Collision Brake. This system is designed

to help reduce the possibility of further

damage due to a secondary collision,

however, that effect changes according

to various conditions. Overly relying on

the system may result in death or serious

injury.

■

Replacing tires

Make sure that all tires are of the speci-

fied size, brand, tread pattern and total

load capacity. In addition, make sure that

the tires are inflated to the recom-

mended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will

not function correctly if different tires are

installed on the vehicle.

Contact your Lexus dealer for further

information when replacing tires or

wheels.

■

Handling of tires and the suspension

Using tires with any kind of problem or

modifying the suspension will affect the

driving assist systems, and may cause a

system to malfunction.

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4-6. Driving tips

Driving

4-6.Driving tips



Use fluids that are appropriate to
the prevailing outside temperatures.

• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid



Have a service technician inspect
the condition of the battery.



Have the vehicle fitted with four
snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.

Ensure that all tires are the specified size
and brand, and that chains match the size
of the tires.

: Tire chains cannot be mounted on vehi-

cles with 18-inch/19-inch tires.

Perform the following according to the
driving conditions:



Do not try to forcibly open a window

Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary prepara-
tions and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive
the vehicle in a manner appropriate
to the prevailing weather condi-
tions.

Preparation for winter

WARNING

■

Driving with snow tires

Observe the following precautions to

reduce the risk of accidents.

Failure to do so may result in a loss of

vehicle control and cause death or seri-

ous injury.

●

Use tires of the specified size.

●

Maintain the recommended level of air

pressure.

●

Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120

km/h), regardless of the type of snow

tires being used.

●

Use snow tires on all, not just some

wheels.

■

Driving with tire chains (vehicles with

17-inch tires)

Observe the following precautions to

reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle

being unable to be driven safely, and may

cause death or serious injury.

●

Do not drive in excess of the speed

limit specified for the tire chains being

used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), which-

ever is lower.

●

Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces

or over potholes.

●

Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt

steering, sudden braking and shifting

operations that cause sudden engine

braking.

●

Slow down sufficiently before entering

a curve to ensure that vehicle control

is maintained.

●

Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

system.

NOTICE

■

Repairing or replacing snow tires

Request repairs or replacement of snow

tires from Lexus dealers or legitimate tire

retailers.

This is because the removal and attach-

ment of snow tires affects the operation

of the tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters.

Before driving the vehicle

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4-6. Driving tips

or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water
immediately to prevent it from
freezing.



To ensure proper operation of the
climate control system fan, remove
any snow that has accumulated on
the air inlet vents in front of the
windshield.



Check for and remove any excess
ice or snow that may have accumu-
lated on the exterior lights, outside
rear view mirrors, windows, vehi-
cle’s roof, chassis, around the tires
or on the brakes.



Remove any snow or mud from the
bottom of your shoes before getting
in the vehicle.

■

To protect the windshield wipers



P.165

Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a
safe distance between you and the
vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced
speed suitable to road conditions.



Park the vehicle and move the shift
lever to P without setting the park-
ing brake. The parking brake may
freeze up, preventing it from being
released. If the vehicle is parked
without setting the parking brake,
make sure to block the wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous

because it may cause the vehicle to
move unexpectedly, possibly lead-
ing to an accident.

When the parking brake is in automatic
mode, release the parking brake after shift-
ing the shift lever to P. (



P.151)



If the vehicle is left parked with the
brakes damp in cold temperatures,
there is a possibility of the brakes
freezing.



If the vehicle is parked without set-
ting the parking brake, confirm that
the shift lever cannot be moved out
of P

: The shift lever will be locked if it is

attempted to be shifted from P to any
other position without depressing the
brake pedal. If the shift lever can be
shifted from P, there may be a problem
with the shift lock system. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.



Vehicles with 17-inch tires

Use the correct tire chain size when
mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire
size.

When driving the vehicle

When parking the vehicle

WARNING

■

When parking the vehicle

When parking the vehicle without apply-

ing the parking brake, make sure to

chock the wheels. If you do not chock the

wheels, the vehicle may move unexpect-

edly, possibly resulting in an accident.

Selecting tire chains

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4-6. Driving tips

Driving

Side chain:

0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter

0.39 in. (10 mm) in width

1.18 in. (30 mm) in length

Cross chain:

0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter

0.55 in. (14 mm) in width

0.98 in. (25 mm) in length



Vehicles with 18-inch/19-inch tires

Tire chains cannot be mounted.

Snow tires should be used instead.

Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary depending on location and
type of road. Always check local regu-
lations before installing chains.

■

Tire chain installation

Observe the following precautions when

installing and removing chains:

●

Install and remove tire chains in a safe

location.

●

Install tire chains on the front tires. Do not

install tire chains on the rear tires.

●

Install tire chains on front tires as tightly

as possible. Retighten chains after driving

1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).

●

Install tire chains following the instruc-

tions provided with the tire chains.

To enable the windshield wipers to be
lifted when heavy snow or icy condi-
tions are expected, change the rest
position of the windshield wipers from
the retracted position below the hood
to the service position using the wiper
lever. (



P.165)

Regulations on the use of tire
chains (vehicles with 17-inch
tires)

NOTICE

■

Fitting tire chains

The tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters may not function correctly

when tire chains are fitted.

Windshield wipers

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Interio

r fe

atures

Interior features

5-1. Lexus Climate Concierge

Lexus Climate Concierge.....

254

5-2. Using the air conditioning system

Automatic air conditioning sys-

tem................................................

255

Heated steering wheel/seat heat-

ers/seat ventilators.................

261

5-3. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list.........................

265

5-4. Using the storage features

List of storage features............

268

Trunk features..............................

271

5-5. Using the other interior features

Other interior features ...........

272

Garage door opener...............

284

Compass.......................................

289

254

5-1. Lexus Climate Concierge

5-1.Lexus Climate Concierge

Select

in the main menu on the

Center Display.

Select “Climate”.

Select “Front”.

Select “Climate concierge”.

The indicator on the air conditioning con-
trol screen illuminates, and the automatic
air conditioning system, seat heaters and
ventilators, and heated steering wheel
operate in automatic mode.
If any of the system is operated manually,
the indicator turns off. However, all other
functions continue to operate in automatic
mode.

■

Automatic air conditioning system
(



P.255)

The temperature can be adjusted indi-
vidually for the driver seat and passen-
ger seat.

■

Seat heaters and ventilators (if
equipped) (



P.261)

Heating or ventilation is automatically
selected according to the set tempera-
ture of the air conditioning system, the
outside temperature, etc. Also, heating
and ventilation may turn off.
The seat heater and ventilator of the
front passenger seat operate in auto-
matic mode if a passenger is detected.

■

Heated steering wheel (if
equipped) (



P.261)

Heated steering wheel operates auto-
matically according to the set tem-
perature of the air conditioning system,
the outside temperature, etc.

■

Seat heater/ventilator operation

When automatic mode is selected using the

seat heater/ventilator switch, passenger

detection is not performed.

Lexus Climate Concierge

The seat heaters (if equipped), seat
ventilators (if equipped) and heated
steering wheel (if equipped) are
each automatically controlled
according to the set temperature of
the air conditioning system, the out-
side and cabin temperature, etc.
Lexus Climate Concierge allows a
comfortable condition to be main-
tained without adjusting each sys-
tem.
Lexus Climate Concierge can be
operated using the air conditioning
control screen on the Center Dis-
play (



P.258).

Turning on Lexus Climate Con-
cierge

Operation of each system

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5-2. Using the air conditioning system

Interio

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atures

5-2.Using the air conditioning system

Left-hand side temperature control switch

Automatic mode switch

Off switch

Fan speed decrease switch

Fan speed increase switch

Airflow mode control switch

Windshield defogger switch

Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch

Outside/recirculated air mode switch

Right-hand side temperature control switch

■

Adjusting the temperature

Operate the temperature control
switch upwards to increase the tem-
perature and downwards to decrease
the temperature.

If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-

tem will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.

■

Setting the fan speed

Operate the fan speed increase switch
to increase the fan speed and the fan
speed decrease switch to decrease the

Automatic air conditioning system

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
The air conditioning system can be operated using the air conditioning con-
trol panel and air conditioning control screen on the Center Display
(



P.258).

Air conditioning controls

A
B
C
D

E
F

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5-2. Using the air conditioning system

fan speed.

Press the off switch to turn the fan off.

■

Changing the air flow mode

Press the airflow mode control switch.
The mode changes as follows each
time the switch is pressed. (



P.258)

■

Switching between outside air and
recirculated air modes

Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch.
The mode changes as follows each
time the switch is pressed.

(recirculated air mode)



automatic mode



(outside

air mode)



(recirculated air

mode)

When the system is switched to automatic
mode, the air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.

: This item cannot be selected when the

air conditioning is off.

■

Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the wind-
shield and front side windows.
Press the windshield defogger switch.

Set the outside/recirculated air mode
switch to outside air mode if the recircu-
lated air mode is used. (It may switch auto-
matically.)
To defog the windshield and the side win-
dows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press the
windshield defogger switch again when the
windshield is defogged.

■

Defogging the rear window and
outside rear view mirrors

Defoggers are used to defog the rear
window, and to remove raindrops, dew
and frost from the outside rear view
mirrors.
Press the rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers switch.

The defoggers will automatically turn off
after 15 to 60 minutes. The operation time
changes according to the ambient tem-
perature and vehicle speed.

■

When the outside temperature exceeds

75°F (24°C) and the air conditioning

system is on

●

In order to reduce the air conditioning

power consumption, the air conditioning

system may switch to recirculated air

mode automatically. This may also

reduce fuel consumption.

●

Recirculated air mode is selected as a

default mode when the engine switch is

turned to IGNITION ON mode.

●

It is possible to switch to outside air mode

at any time by pressing the outside/recir-

culated air mode switch.

■

Fogging up of the windows

The windows will easily fog up when the

humidity in the vehicle is high. Turning

“A/C” on will dehumidify the air from the

outlets and defog the windshield effectively.

●

If you turn “A/C” off, the windows may

fog up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recircu-

lated air mode is used.

■

When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the

vehicle is still drawn into the vehicle after

closing the windows, it is recommended

that the air intake mode be set to outside air

mode and the fan speed to any setting

except off.

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Interio

r fe

atures

■

Outside/recirculated air mode

●

Setting to the recirculated air mode tem-

porarily is recommended in preventing

dirty air from entering the vehicle interior

and helping to cool the vehicle when the

outside air temperature is high.

●

Outside/recirculated air mode may

automatically switch regardless of the air

conditioning setting depending on the

temperature setting or inside tempera-

ture.

■

Registering air conditioning settings to

electronic keys

●

Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic

key and turning the engine switch to

IGNITION ON mode will recall that

key’s registered air conditioning settings.

●

When the engine switch is turned off, the

current air conditioning settings will auto-

matically be registered to the electronic

key that was used to unlock the vehicle.

●

The system may not operate correctly if

more than one electronic key is in the

vicinity or if the smart access system with

push-button start is used to unlock the

passenger door.

●

Vehicles with the driving position mem-

ory: The doors that can recall the air con-

ditioning setting

when unlocked using

the smart access system with push-but-

ton start can be changed. For details,

contact your Lexus dealer.

: The doors that can recall the driving posi-

tion memory are changed at the same
time.

■

Operation of the air conditioning sys-

tem in Eco drive mode

In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning sys-

tem is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel

efficiency:

●

Engine speed and compressor operation

controlled to restrict heating/cooling

capacity

●

Fan speed restricted when automatic

mode is selected

To improve air conditioning performance,

perform the following operations:

●

Turn off eco air conditioning mode

(



P.259)

●

Adjust the fan speed

●

Turn off Eco drive mode (



P.210)

■

When the outside temperature falls to

nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may not

operate even when “A/C” is selected.

■

Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning

system to the outside air mode.

●

During use, various odors from inside

and outside the vehicle may enter into

and accumulate in the air conditioning

system. This may then cause odor to be

emitted from the vents.

●

To reduce potential odors from occur-

ring, the start timing of the blower may be

delayed for a short period of time imme-

diately after the air conditioning system is

started in automatic mode.

●

When parking, the system automatically

switches to fresh air intake mode to

encourage better air circulation through-

out the vehicle, helping to reduce odors

that occur when starting the vehicle.

■

Using the Intelligent Assistant

Air conditioning system can be operated

using voice commands. For details, refer to

the “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MAN-

UAL”.

■

Air conditioning filter



P.328

■

Air conditioning system refrigerant

●

A label regarding the refrigerant of the

air conditioning system is attached to the

hood at the location shown in the follow-

ing illustration.

●

The meaning of each symbol on the label

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5-2. Using the air conditioning system

are as follows:

■

Customization

Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch operation)

can be changed.

(Customizable features:



P.404)

■

Air conditioning control screen

Select

in the main menu on the

Center Display.

Select “Climate”.

Select “Front”.

Sub menu

Selecting the sub menu item to switch the
screen display.
“Front”: Display the air conditioning con-
trol screen
“Options”: Display the option screen

Select the air flow mode

Each time the switch is selected, the airflow
mode is changed.

: Air flows to the upper body

: Air flows to the upper body and feet

: Air flows to the feet

Caution

Air conditioning system

Air conditioning system
lubricant type

Requires registered tech-
nician to service air con-
ditioning system

Flammable refrigerant

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield from fog-

ging up

Do not use the windshield defogger

switch during cool air operation in

extremely humid weather. The difference

between the temperature of the outside

air and that of the windshield can cause

the outer surface of the windshield to fog

up, blocking your vision.

■

When the outside rear view mirror

defoggers are operating

Do not touch the outside rear view mir-

ror surfaces, as they can become very

hot and burn you.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system

on longer than necessary when the

engine is off.

■

When repairing/replacing parts of

the air conditioning system

Have repair/replacement performed by

your Lexus dealer. When a part of the air

conditioning system, such as the evapo-

rator, is to be replaced, it must be

replaced with a new one.

Air conditioning control screen

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5-2. Using the air conditioning system

rio

r f

: Air flows to the feet and the wind-

shield defogger operates

Turn the function on/off

Each of the following functions can be
switched on and off.
When the function is on, the indicator illu-
minates on the control screen.
“A/C”: Set cooling and dehumidification
function
“Sync”: Adjust the temperature for driver
seat and front passenger seat simultane-
ously (“Sync” mode) (



P.260)

“Climate concierge”: Set Lexus Climate
Concierge (



P.254)

Fan speed level display

The current fan speed level is displayed.

■

Option screen

Select “Options” on the air condition-
ing control screen (



P.258).

The functions can be switched

(on)

and

(off).

Set eco air conditioning mode

Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.

Prevent ice from building up on the
windshield and wiper blades
(Windshield wiper de-icer) (if

equipped)

■

Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from

building up on the windshield and wiper

blades.
The windshield wiper de-icer will automati-

cally turn off after approximately 15 min-

utes.

■

Eco air conditioning mode

When Eco drive mode is selected using the

Driving Mode Select switch, eco air condi-

tioning mode turns on.
When a drive mode other than Eco drive

mode is selected, eco air conditioning

mode may turn off.

Press the automatic mode switch.

Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch to switch to automatic
air intake mode.

The air conditioning system automatically

switches between outside air and recircu-

lated air modes.

Adjust the temperature setting.

To stop the operation, press the off
switch.

If the fan speed setting or air flow
modes are operated, the automatic
mode indicator goes off. However,
automatic mode for functions other
than that operated is maintained.

WARNING

■

To prevent burns (vehicles with wind-

shield wiper de-icer)

Do not touch the glass at lower part of

the windshield or to the side of the front

pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer

is on.

Using automatic mode

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■

Using automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automatically

according to the temperature setting and

the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until

warm or cool air is ready to flow immedi-

ately after the automatic mode switch is

pressed.
Cool air may blow around the upper body

even when the heater is on due to sunlight.

■

Automatic mode for air intake control

In automatic mode, the system detects

exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-

matically switches between outside air and

recirculated air modes.
When the dehumidification function is off,

and the fan is operating, turning automatic

mode on will activate the dehumidification

function. The next time the dehumidification

function is turned off, the automatic mode

for switching between outside air and recir-

culated air modes is canceled.

To turn on the “Sync” mode, select the
“Sync” on the air conditioning control
screen.

The driver’s side temperature control
switches can be used to adjust the tem-
perature for the driver’s seat and passen-
ger’s seat side. To enter individual mode,
operate the passenger’s side temperature
control switches or select the “Sync” again.
The indicator on the air conditioning con-
trol screen comes on when the “Sync”
mode is on.

■

Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume changes
according to the selected air flow
mode.

■

Adjusting the air flow direction and
opening/closing the air outlets



Front center/front side

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down

Turn the knob to open or close the
vent

Adjusting the temperature for
driver seat and front passenger
seat simultaneously (“Sync”
mode)

Air outlet layout and operations

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

Rear

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down

Turn the knob to open or close the
vent

: If equipped

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield defogger

from operating improperly

Do not place anything on the instrument

panel which may cover the air outlets.

Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,

preventing the windshield defoggers

from defogging.

Heated steering wheel

/seat

heaters

/seat ventilators



Heated steering wheel

Warms up the grip of the steering wheel



Seat heaters

Warm up the seat upholstery



Seat ventilators

Maintain good air flow by sucking air
into the seats
The heated steering wheel/seat heat-
ers/seat ventilators can be operated
using the switches and control screen
on the Center Display (



P.263

WARNING

■

To prevent minor burn injuries

Care should be taken if anyone in the fol-

lowing categories comes in contact with

the steering wheel or seats when the

heater is on:

●

Babies, small children, the elderly, the

sick and the physically challenged

●

Persons with sensitive skin

●

Persons who are fatigued

●

Persons who have taken alcohol or

drugs that induce sleep (sleeping

drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the seat heat-

ers and seat ventilators

Do not put heavy objects that have an

uneven surface on the seat and do not

stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.)

into the seat.

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Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

The AUTO indicator

and/or level

indicator

illuminates during opera-

tion.

■

Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

■

When AUTO mode is selected

The heated steering wheel function may

turn off according to the air conditioning set

temperature, outside temperature, etc.

■

Stored settings

When the engine switch is turned to IGNI-

TION ON mode, the stored settings are

recalled.

■

Seat heaters

Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment

lit)



Off

The AUTO indicator

and/or level

indicator

illuminates during opera-

tion.

When in the AUTO mode, the seat heat-
ers or seat ventilators automatically oper-
ate according to circumstances.

■

Seat ventilators

Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment

lit)



Off

The AUTO indicator

and/or level indi-

cator

illuminates during operation.

When in the AUTO mode, the seat heat-
ers or seat ventilators automatically oper-
ate according to circumstances.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the

engine is off.

Heated steering wheel

Seat heaters and ventilators

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■

Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

■

Air conditioning system-linked control

mode

When the seat ventilator fan speed level is

Hi (when “AUTO” is selected), the seat

ventilator fan speed may become higher

according to the fan speed of the air condi-

tioning system.

■

When AUTO mode is selected

The following functions may turn off

according to the air conditioning set tem-

perature, outside temperature, etc.

●

Seat heaters

●

Seat ventilators

■

Stored settings

When the engine switch is turned to IGNI-

TION ON mode, the stored settings of the

following functions are recalled.

●

Seat heaters

●

Seat ventilators

Select

in the main menu on the

Center Display.

Select “Comfort”.

Adjust the seat ventilator fan speed
level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2

segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

When in the AUTO mode, the seat heat-
ers or seat ventilators automatically oper-
ate according to circumstances.

Adjust the seat heater temperature
level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2

segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

When in the AUTO mode, the seat heat-
ers or seat ventilators automatically oper-
ate according to circumstances.

Adjust the heated steering wheel
temperature level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO



Hi (2 segments lit)



Lo (1 seg-

ment lit)



Off

WARNING

■

To prevent overheating and minor

burn injuries

Observe the following precautions when

using the seat heaters.

●

Do not cover the seat with a blanket or

cushion when using the seat heater.

●

Do not use seat heater more than nec-

essary.

Control screen

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Interio

r fe

atures

5-3.Using the interior lights

Rear personal lights (



P.266)

Inside door handle lights (if equipped)

Instrument panel ornament lights (if equipped)

Shift lever light

Front personal lights (



P.266)

Interior lights (



P.266)

Clock light

Footwell lights

Engine switch illumination

Door trim ornament lights (if equipped)

Door courtesy lights

Outer foot lights (front/ front and rear)

Interior lights list

Location of the interior lights

A
B
C
D

E
F

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■

Turning the door position on

Press the door-linked interior light
switch

The lights are turned on and off according
to whether the doors are opened/closed.

■

Turning the lights on/off

Turns the lights on/off (touch the light)

The rear interior light turns on/off together
with the front interior light.
When a door is opened while the door
position is on, the lights turn on.

■

Turning the lights on/off



Front

Turns the lights on/off (touch the light)



Rear

Turns the lights on/off

■

Illuminated entry system

The lights automatically turn on/off accord-

ing to the engine switch mode, the pres-

ence of the electronic key, whether the

doors are locked/unlocked, and whether

the doors are opened/closed.

■

To prevent the battery from being dis-

charged

If the interior lights remain on when the

engine switch is turned off, the lights will go

off automatically after 20 minutes.

■

When front interior light or front per-

sonal lights do not respond as normal

●

When water, dirt, etc., have adhered to

the lens surface

●

When operated with a wet hand

●

When wearing gloves, etc.

■

The interior lights will turn on automati-

cally when

If any of the SRS airbags deploy (inflate) or

in the event of a strong rear impact, the

interior lights will turn on automatically.

Operating the interior lights

Operating the personal lights

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The interior lights will turn off automatically

after approximately 20 minutes. The inte-

rior lights can be turned off manually. How-

ever, in order to help prevent further

collisions, it is recommended that they be

left on until safety can be ensured. (The inte-

rior lights may not turn on automatically

depending on the force of the impact and

conditions of the collision.)

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized. (Cus-

tomizable features:



P.404)

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than

necessary when the engine is not run-

ning.

■

Removing light lenses

Never remove the lens for the front inte-

rior light and front personal lights. Other-

wise, the lights will be damaged. If a lens

needs to be removed, contact your

Lexus dealer.

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5-4.Using the storage features

Auxiliary boxes (



P.270)

Cup holders (



P.269)

Open tray (if equipped) (



P.270) Wireless charger (if equipped) (



P.274)

Console box (



P.269)

Glove box (



P.269)

List of storage features

Location of the storage features

WARNING

■

Items that should not be left in the

vehicle

Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray

cans in the storage spaces, as this may

cause the following when cabin tempera-

ture becomes high:

●

Glasses may be deformed by heat or

cracked if they come into contact with

other stored items.

●

Lighters or spray cans may explode. If

they come into contact with other

stored items, the lighter may catch fire

or the spray can may release gas,

causing a fire hazard.

■

When storage compartments are not

in use

When driving or when the storage com-

partments are not in use, keep the lids

closed.

In the event of sudden braking or sudden

swerving, an accident may occur due to

an occupant being struck by an open lid

or the items stored inside.

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Open (press the glove box opener)

Unlock with the mechanical key

Lock with the mechanical key

■

Glove box light

The glove box light turns on when the tail

lights are on.

■

Trunk opener main switch



P.104

Press a button to open the console
box.

The console box can be opened from
either side.

■

Console box light

The console box light turns on when the tail

lights are on.



Front



Rear

To open, pull down the armrest and
open the lid.

Glove box

Console box

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an acci-

dent or sudden braking.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the console

box

When the console box is open, do not

apply excessive force in the direction

that it was opened.

Cup holders

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

Instrument panel

Press in the button.



Front

■

Auxiliary box (front)

The insole for the auxiliary box can be

removed for cleaning.

WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the cup holder

Do not place anything other than cups or

beverage cans in the cup holders. Even

when the lid is closed, items must not be

stored in the cup holders.

Other items may be thrown out of the

holder in the event of an accident or sud-

den braking, causing injury. If possible,

cover hot drinks to prevent burns.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the cup holder

Stow the rear cup holder before stowing

the armrest.

Auxiliary boxes

Open tray (if equipped)

WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the open tray

Observe the following precautions when

putting items in the open tray. Failure to

do so may cause items to be thrown out

of the tray in the event of sudden braking

or steering. In these cases, the items may

interfere with pedal operation or cause

driver distraction, resulting in an acci-

dent.

●

Do not store items in the tray that can

easily shift or roll out.

●

Do not stack items in the tray higher

than the tray’s edge.

●

Do not put items in the tray that may

protrude over the tray’s edge.

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5-5.Using the other interior features

To set the visor in the forward posi-
tion, flip it down.

To set the visor in the side position,
flip down, unhook, and swing it to
the side.

To use the side extender, place the
visor in the side position, then slide
it backward.

Slide the cover to open.

The light turns on when the cover is
opened.

The GPS clock’s time is automatically
adjusted by utilizing GPS time infor-
mation.

For details, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Please use as a power supply for elec-
tronic goods that use less than 12
VDC/10 A (power consumption of
120 W).



Front

Open the lid.



Rear

Open the lid.

Other interior features

Sun visors

Vanity mirrors

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than

necessary when the engine is off.

Clock

Power outlets

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■

The power outlet can be used when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or

IGNITION ON mode.

■

When stopping the engine

Disconnect electrical devices with charging

functions, such as mobile battery packs.

If such devices are left connected, the

engine switch may not be turned off nor-

mally.

■

Using the power outlet

The shape of the console box partition

allows power cables to be passed through

when the console box lid is partially closed.

The USB Type-C charging ports are
used to supply 3 A of electricity at 5 V
to external devices.
The USB Type-C charging ports are
for charging only. They are not
designed for data transfer or other
purposes.
Depending on the external device, it
may not charge properly. Refer to the
manual included with the device
before using a USB Type-C charging
port.

■

Using the USB Type-C charging
ports



Front

Open the lid

To close, press in and release the lid.

NOTICE

■

When the power outlet is not in use

To avoid damaging the power outlet,

close the power outlet lid when the

power outlet is not in use. Foreign

objects or liquids that enter the power

outlet may cause a short circuit.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the power outlet longer than

necessary when the engine is off.

USB Type-C charging ports

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

Inside of console box



Rear

Open the lid.

■

The USB Type-C charging ports can be

used when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or

IGNITION ON mode.

■

Situations in which the USB Type-C

charging ports may not operate cor-

rectly

●

If a device which consumes more than 3

A at 5 V is connected

●

If a device designed to communicate with

a personal computer, such as a USB

memory device, is connected

●

If the connected external device is turned

off (depending on device)

●

If the temperature inside the vehicle is

high, such as after the vehicle has been

parked in the sun

■

About connected external devices

Depending on the connected external

device, charging may occasionally be sus-

pended and then start again. This is not a

malfunction.

A portable device can be charged by
just placing Qi standard wireless
charge compatible portable devices
according to the Wireless Power Con-
sortium, such as smartphones and
mobile batteries, etc., on the charge
area.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the USB Type-

C charging ports

●

Do not insert foreign objects into the

ports.

●

Do not spill water or other liquids into

the ports.

●

Rear: When the USB Type-C

charging ports are not in use, close the

lids. If a foreign object or liquid enters a

port may cause a short circuit.

●

Do not apply excessive force to or

impact the USB Type-C charging

ports.

●

Do not disassemble or modify the USB

Type-C charging ports.

■

To prevent damage to external

devices

●

Do not leave external devices in the

vehicle. The temperature inside the

vehicle may become high, resulting in

damage to an external device.

●

Do not push down on or apply unnec-

essary force to an external device or

the cable of an external device while it

is connected.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the USB Type-C charging

ports for a long period of time with the

engine stopped.

Wireless charger (if equipped)

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Interio

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atures

This function cannot be used with por-
table devices that are larger than the
charging tray. Also, depending on the
portable device, it may not operate as
normal. Please read the operation
manual for portable devices to be
used.

■

The “Qi” logo

The “Qi” logo is a trademark of the
Wireless Power Consortium.

■

Name for all parts

Operation indicator light

Charging tray

Charge area

Approximately 2.8 in. (7 cm)

Approximately 2.4 in. (6 cm)

: Portable devices and wireless chargers

contain charging coils.
The charging coil in the wireless charger
can be moved within the charge area
near the center of the charging tray. If

the charging coil inside a portable
device is detected in the charge area,
the charging coil inside the wireless
charger will move toward it and start
charging. If the charging coil inside a
portable device moves outside of the
charge area, charging will automatically
stop.
If 2 or more portable devices are placed
on the charging tray, their charging coils
may not be properly detected and they
may not be charged.

■

Using the wireless charger

Place the portable device on the
charging tray

Place the charging side of the portable
device down with the center of the device
in the center of the charge area.
Depending on the portable device, the
charging coil may not be located in the
center of the device. In this case, place the
portable device so that its charging coil is
in the center of the charge area.
When charging, the operation indicator
light (orange) comes on.
If charging is not occurring, try placing the
portable device as close to the center of
the charging area as possible.
When charging is complete, the operation
indicator light (green) comes on.

■

Recharging function



When charging is complete and

A
B
C
D

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after a fixed time in the charge sus-
pension state, charging restarts.



When a portable device is moved
significantly in the charge area, the
charging coil is disconnected and
charging is stopped momentarily.
However, if there is a charging coil
in the charge area, the charging coil
inside the wireless charger will
move toward it and then charging
restarts.

■

Rapid charging function



The following portable devices sup-
port rapid charging.

• Portable devices compliant with WPC

Ver1.2.4 and compatible with rapid
charging

• iPhone’s with an iOS version that sup-

ports 7.5 W charging (iPhone 8 and
later models)



When a portable device that sup-
ports rapid charging is charged,
charging automatically switches to
the rapid charging function.

■

Lighting conditions of operation indicator light

: Charging power will not be output during standby. A metallic object will not be heated,

if it is placed on the charging tray in this state.

: Depending on the portable device, there are cases where the operation indicator light

will continue being lit up orange even after the charging is complete.

■

When the wireless charger does not operate properly

When the wireless charger does not operate properly, handle the probable cause
based on the following tables.

Operation indicator light

Conditions

Charging tray side

Center display side

Turning off

Disappear

When the Wireless charger power supply is

off

Green (comes on)

Gray

On Standby (charging possible state)

When charging is complete

Orange (comes on)

Blue

When placing the portable device on the

charging area (detecting the portable device)

Charging

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